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 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 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. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 749 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 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 | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 955 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
