1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Pan Americana | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
