1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1978 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 312 is newer by 18 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 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 312 weights approximately 10 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1978 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 312 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
