1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
