1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
