1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Jaguar XJR-11 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Jaguar Subaru
Model XJR-11 Legacy
Year Released 1989 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 741 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 801 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1020 mm 1535 mm


 

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