1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 274 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari 308 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 308 Legacy
Year Released 1980 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2927 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 240 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 65 L


 

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