1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z8 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
