1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 348 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
