1957 Buick 40 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 Buick 40. 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 1957 Buick 40. 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 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | 40 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1983 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2933 mm |
