1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 270 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 | 585 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 140 L |
