1973 AC 428 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | 428 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
