1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 304 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 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, 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 64 L |
