1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 1969 BMW 1600 is newer by 12 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, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 1600 | 40 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |