1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 308 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |