1954 Buick 70 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9, 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 70 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2875 mm |
