1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 665 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 850 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
