2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |