1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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.
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1979 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 400 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 64 L |