1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 60 L |
