1998 BMW 728 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 44 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
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 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 728 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3110 mm |
