2007 BMW 116 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 116 | 40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |