1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 34 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 109 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
