1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1971 Seat 1500
To start off, 1971 Seat 1500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 Seat 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:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1971 Seat 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 500 Superfast | 1500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |