1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ford GT 40 2011 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model GT 40 Legacy
Year Released 1967 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 350 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 349 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1040 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 125 L 70 L


 

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