2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1970 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 850 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |