2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 300 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 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ferrari |
| Model | Legacy | 456 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
