1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 2200 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| 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 | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
