1967 AC 428 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | 428 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
