1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT | 2300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |