1993 BMW 520 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1993 BMW 520 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 BMW 520. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 520 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 520 | 70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |