1941 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1941 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1941 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Buick 40 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1569 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2616 mm |
