2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1964 Fiat Grand Break

To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Grand Break.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari 612 1964 Fiat Grand Break
Make Ferrari Fiat
Model 612 Grand Break
Year Released 2005 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5748 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 515 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 568 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 70 L


 

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