2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 82 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AC 428. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 1970 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Subaru | AC |
| Model | Legacy | 428 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
