2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
