1971 Buick GS vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
