1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 493 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
