1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 14 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), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 865 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 110 L |
