1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 354 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 1973 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJ | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
