1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 412 GT | 1500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |