1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 16 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 349 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 835 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127, 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 500 Superfast | 127 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |