1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1633 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |