1947 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1947 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1947 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Buick 40 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Buick 40 | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2329 mm |
