1951 Abarth 205 vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Abarth 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Abarth 205 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1951 Abarth 205. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Abarth 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1951 Abarth 205. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Abarth 205 | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 205 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1188 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
