1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 308 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |