1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 914 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
