2007 BMW X3 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X3 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |
