1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 186 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
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1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | Testarossa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 60 L |