1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 40 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 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 690 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F399 weights approximately 63 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Bialbero | F399 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |