1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 530 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daimler | Subaru |
| Model | One-O-Four | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
