1999 BMW V12 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 43 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | V12 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1704 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
