1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 141 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Galaxie. 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxie | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
