2007 BMW 330 vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1951 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 330 | 40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |