1953 Studebaker Commander vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,809 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Studebaker Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1953 Studebaker Commander (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Studebaker Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1953 Studebaker Commander has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Studebaker Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Studebaker Commander | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Studebaker | Subaru |
| Model | Commander | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3809 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
