2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Maranello | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
