1953 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 55 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 717 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Because 1953 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2440 mm |
