2007 BMW M vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 52 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, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M | 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
