1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1971 Fiat 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 365 GTB | 850 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Top Speed | 278 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
