2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 328 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Legacy | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
