1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 444 kg more than 1972 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 250 GTE | 124 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |