1958 Abarth Renault 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 Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth Renault 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 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1958 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1958 Abarth Renault. 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 Renault | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Renault | 599 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 335 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 | 890 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 105 L |
