1992 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 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 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1953 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | 40 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |