2008 BMW 318 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
