1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 725 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 TR | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 569 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
