1956 Buick 40 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 530 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |