1954 Buick 40 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 135 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1650 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2659 mm |