2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 762 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Subaru | Westfield |
| Model | Legacy | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
