1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Falcon 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Falcon Legacy
Year Released 1976 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 256 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 491 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1553 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2750 mm


 

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