1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Fiat 125
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | 125 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
