1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Legacy | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |