2009 BMW 730 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Buick 40.
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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 730 | 40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3110 mm |