1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
