1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 400. 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 65 L |
