1989 Audi V8 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | V8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
