1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 37 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 585 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 114 L |
