1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | 124 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
