1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX. 1996 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 500 Superfast | SVX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
