1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 54 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 1103 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 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
