2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 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 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
