1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 924 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
