1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1955 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 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 304 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 854 kg more than 1955 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.
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1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1955 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |