2008 BMW 120 vs. 1952 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1952 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 120 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
