2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 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 126 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Rover |
| Model | Legacy | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
