1996 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 40 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, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | 40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 462 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |