1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 430 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 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
