1993 Porsche 964 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 964 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
