1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 423 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
