1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Porsche 911

To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Subaru Legacy 2013 Porsche 911
Make Subaru Porsche
Model Legacy 911
Year Released 1989 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2212 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 134 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.9 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 12.5 : 1
Top Speed 193 km/hour 301 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1377 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1978 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1292 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2450 mm


 

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