2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
| Model | Legacy | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
