1952 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
