1955 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
