1957 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 56 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, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2006 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2615 mm |