1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 136 kg more than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1947 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Station Wagon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |
