1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, both 1992 Ferrari 456 and 1992 Subaru XT were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1992 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT 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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 456 | XT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
