1991 Porsche 964 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 964 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 964 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
