1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 930 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1000 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 364 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
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 | 680 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |