2009 BMW 135 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 55 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 135 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
