1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Mazda B2300

To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 56 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Buick 40 2010 Mazda B2300
Make Buick Mazda
Model 40 B2300
Year Released 1954 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5279 cc 2266 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 960 kg
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2840 mm


 

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