2009 BMW 760 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 760 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
