1973 BMW Touring vs. 1949 Buick 40
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 24 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1949 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Touring | 40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1865 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
