1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Subaru Coupe 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Subaru Ferrari
Model Coupe 458 Italia
Year Released 1979 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1595 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 67 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2649 mm


 

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