1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ferrari |
| Model | Legacy | 456 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
