1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 684 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F50 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
