1952 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 40 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |