1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 348 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 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 | 1465 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
