2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |