1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 288 GTO | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
