1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M

To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 39 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 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 930 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 750 1996 Ferrari F512 M
Make Abarth Ferrari
Model 750 F512 M
Year Released 1957 1996
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 747 cc 7255 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 40 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 719 Nm
Top Speed 145 km/hour 320 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2510 mm


 

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