1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Impreza |
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 | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1535 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2624 mm |