1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F40 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
