1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 550 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |