2002 BMW 320 vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 320 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3110 mm |
