1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 40 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |