1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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:
1959 Abarth 1600 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1600 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 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 | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |