1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 750 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 512 TR | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
