1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2619 mm |
