2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 474 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 38 L |
