2005 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3110 mm |
