1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | Type S | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
