1958 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 746 kg more than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. 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.
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1958 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Beetle | Legacy |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1190 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1506 mm |