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 |
