2009 BMW 745 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 745 | 70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3230 mm |