1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | Bialbero | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |