1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna 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 420 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 715 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari Maranello is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Maranello | Duna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
