1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 400 (393 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 64 L |
