1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 56 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 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 154 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 1956 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2616 mm |