1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 308 | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |