1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 46 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 1145 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
