1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 348 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1465 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
