1972 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 960 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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.
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1972 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GTB | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |