1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Biscayne | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
