1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 915 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 600 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
