1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 9 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 348 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| 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 |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 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 | 95 L | 64 L |
