1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 XK (310 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
