1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
