2010 Subaru Legacy vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Subaru Legacy 1974 Pontiac Firebird
Make Subaru Pontiac
Model Legacy Firebird
Year Released 2010 1974
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 6547 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 421 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1577 kg 1596 kg
Vehicle Length 4735 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1821 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1506 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2751 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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