2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 612 and 2003 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 612 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
