1951 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
Because 1951 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 40 | 3 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1303 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |