1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
Model | Silver Seraph | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5377 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 74 L |