2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 550 | Leone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |