1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 308 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
