1973 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 230 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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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1973 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GTB | 1500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |