1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1974 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1974 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
