1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 348 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
