1986 Ferrari 412 GT 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 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari 412 GT 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 412 GT Legacy
Year Released 1986 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 64 L


 

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