1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
