1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 552 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 356 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
