2009 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
