1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 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 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1590 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 70 L |
