2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 Fiat 2300. 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 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
