1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 GT | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
