1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1497 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2616 mm |