1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 305 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTO | 500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 35 L |
