1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 52 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
