1951 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 62 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 7 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2740 mm |
