1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1949 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1949 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | 2-Litre | Legacy |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |