1993 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 BMW 325. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
