1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 418 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 208 | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |