1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Brougham | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
