1955 Buick 40 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 56 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, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1955 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 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 750 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2070 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3071 mm |