1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 8 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2200 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
