2004 BMW 318 vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 51 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, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 2004 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
