1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F40 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
