1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 1005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 750 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 119 L |