1952 Buick 40 vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |
