1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Testarossa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 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 | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
