1955 Abarth Renault vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault. 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. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Renault | 612 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
