1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
