1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 275 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Bialbero | 275 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 294 Nm |
| 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 | 543 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
