1992 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 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 M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 210 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | 40 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |