1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 9 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 348. 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 348 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1474 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 | 96 L | 64 L |
