1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP) has 531 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | 1500 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 611 HP |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 105 L |
