1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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 2200 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
