1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Legacy | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
