1981 Ferrari 400 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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. 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 165 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 400. 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 400 (392 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
