1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 37 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
