1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1961 Fiat 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 432 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | 850 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
