1978 Ferrari 400 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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. 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 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
