1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Pontiac Trans Am 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Pontiac Subaru
Model Trans Am Legacy
Year Released 1975 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6556 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 163 HP
Torque 434 Nm 227 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm


 

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