1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 184 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
