1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 211 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
