1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Testarossa | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
