1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.

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1974 De Tomaso Longchamp 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make De Tomaso Subaru
Model Longchamp Legacy
Year Released 1974 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 296 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm