1992 BMW 850 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 115 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 850 | 40 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |