1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 930 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 850 | 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 850 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
