1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 107 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1505 mm |
