1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 426 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
