1957 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 52 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
