2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 37 L |
