1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Testarossa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1530 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
