1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 GT | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
