1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 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 318 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 GT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
