2006 BMW 530 vs. 1952 Buick 40
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1952 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | 40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |