1954 Buick 70 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 70 | Forester |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2615 mm |