1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 GT | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
