2001 BMW 735 vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1950 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 735 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3090 mm |
