1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

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