2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 38 L |
