1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |