2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | 40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |