1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
