2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
