1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 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 205 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 229 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT | 2300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |