1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 959 | XT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
