1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 30 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 1970 Ferrari 365 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ferrari 365 GT 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 365 GT Legacy
Year Released 1970 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4388 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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