2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP) has 266 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 456M | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
