1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 45 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 1105 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 105 L |
