1959 BMW 700 vs. 1949 Buick 40
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1949 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 700 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3000 mm |
