2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
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 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
