1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 885 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 412 GT | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
