1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy

To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
Make Abarth Ferrari
Model 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano 375 Indy
Year Released 1960 1951
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 785 cc 4493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 46 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 7000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 560 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2330 mm


 

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