1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 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 1984 Ferrari 400. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 64 L |
