1950 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
