2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1992 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 612 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
