1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | 40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
