1942 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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:
| 1942 Buick 40 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1565 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2751 mm |
