1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 755 kg more than 1963 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Maranello | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 37 L |
