2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 929 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| 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 | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
