1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1942 Buick 40
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1942 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 3.3 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
