1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
