1957 Buick 40 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 40 | 929 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |