1955 Buick 40 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1395 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |