1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 162 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1960 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | 3.8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
