1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
