1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 267 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 208 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 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 | 170 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
