1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Pinin | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
