1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 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 215 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 127 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 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 Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | Testarossa | Impreza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |