1956 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
