2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1972 Fiat 125
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1972 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 360 | 125 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |