1951 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |
