1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | Sovereign | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
