1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 178 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F355 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2615 mm |
