2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1954 Fiat V8
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 535 kg more than 1954 Fiat V8. 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.
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2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1954 Fiat V8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Maranello | V8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |