2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 612 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
