2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 360 | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1370 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |