1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Bitter | Subaru |
Model | Diplomat | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |