2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Convertible | 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3230 mm |
