1954 Buick 40 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 58 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 85 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 335 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2979 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 | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1805 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |