1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP) has 364 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 TR | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
