1953 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2616 mm |