2006 BMW 645 vs. 1952 Buick 40
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1952 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1952 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 645 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
