1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 244 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 308 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| 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 |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1524 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 |
