1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 993 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
