1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 243 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
