1969 Buick GS vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 77 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | GS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |