1957 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 55 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.

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