1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 805 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 456M | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 37 L |