1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1992 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Subaru | Maybach |
Model | Legacy | 57 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3391 mm |