1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1954 Fiat V8
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 324 kg more than 1954 Fiat V8. 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:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1954 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 365 GT | V8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
