1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 50 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 866 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 750 | F430 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 465 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 95 L |