1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 GT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
