1957 Buick 40 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 BMW 550.
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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 550 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2888 mm |