1986 BMW M5 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1986 BMW M5.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M5 | 40 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1720 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |