1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 662 kg more than 1957 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 750 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 127 L |