2008 BMW 130 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 52 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, 2008 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 130 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 130 | 40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |