1957 Packard Carribean vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Carribean (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Carribean. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Packard Carribean | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Packard | Subaru |
| Model | Carribean | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2680 mm |
