1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 GTB | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 365 GTB | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 35 L |
