1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 946 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 275 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 | 560 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 115 L |
