1958 Porsche 550 A vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 953 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 550 A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 550 A | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 550 A | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
