1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1990 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 1990 Ferrari 412 GT and 1990 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari 412 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 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Panda, 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1990 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 412 GT | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |