2000 BMW 730 vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1953 Buick 40. 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 730 | 1953 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 730 | 40 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |