1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 2200 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
