1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Abarth 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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 750 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
