1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 207 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 250 GT Legacy
Year Released 1959 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1277 kg 1484 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L