1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
