1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 760 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |