1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ferrari |
| Model | SVX | 599 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
