1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 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 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 928 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 928 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |