1954 Buick 70 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | 70 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2934 mm |
