1977 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 911 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
