1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 595 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F40 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1930 mm |
