1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (309 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
