1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 550 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 37 L |