2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | MM Roadster | 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
