1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1285 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
