1951 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 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 Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
