1954 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
