1992 BMW 850 vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1953 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 850 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
