1947 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 597 more horse power than 1947 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1947 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1947 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Fiat 500 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
