1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 399 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F50 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1000 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
