1987 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Subaru | Ferrari |
| Model | Leone | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
