1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTO | 500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 35 L |
