1998 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 82 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 320 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
