1954 Buick 40 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
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 | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1475 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2497 mm |