1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 9 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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 Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
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1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | Testarossa | Outback |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |