1982 Ferrari 308 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 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 69 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 308 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
