1955 Abarth 207 vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 207 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 207. (78 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Abarth 207 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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:
| 1955 Abarth 207 | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 207 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |
