1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 216 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 482 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |