2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1964 Fiat 850
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. 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 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1964 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
