1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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.

Compare all specifications:

1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Rolls-Royce Subaru
Model Silver Wraith Legacy
Year Released 1946 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4257 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 123 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 114.3 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2660 mm


 

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