1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Forester |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
