1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1978 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 312 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 312 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1978 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
