1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 124 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 92 L |