1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Imperial | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
