1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 68 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 512 M | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
