1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2360 mm |
