1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, both 1981 Ferrari 400 and 1981 Subaru Coupe were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ferrari 400 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 1981 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 400 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 114 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |