1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1968 Jaguar XJ6 has manual transmission. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 64 L |
