1954 Buick 40 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 535 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2968 mm |