2002 BMW 740 vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 49 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, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 351 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3090 mm |
