1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Abarth Renault is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 289 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault. 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 Renault | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Renault | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| 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 | 891 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
