1992 BMW 538 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 38 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 538 | 40 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |