1951 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 125 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |