1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 512 TR | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |
