1988 Ferrari F40 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 F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari F40. 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 F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
