1959 Abarth Renault vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 799 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 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Renault | 550 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 321 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 | 891 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
