1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 240 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Testarossa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |
