1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |