1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 17 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 1314 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 | 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 850 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
