1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 308 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
