1951 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 58 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2616 mm |