1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick Centurion 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Buick Subaru
Model Centurion Legacy
Year Released 1970 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7467 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 225 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2680 mm


 

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