1953 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 60 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1953 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1936 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2875 mm |
