2001 BMW 318 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 47 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 318 | 40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |