1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | MK II | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |