1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
