1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 928 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
