1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1846 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 293 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 | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |