1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 930 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:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
