1957 Buick 40 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |