2007 BMW 328 vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 328.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1635 kg |
