1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
