1957 Opel Kapitan vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 381 kg more than 1957 Opel Kapitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Opel Kapitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Kapitan | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kapitan | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
