1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 512 M | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 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 | 1455 kg | 1550 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 |
