1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 217 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 308 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
