1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Trans Am | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 171 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |