1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 620 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
