1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Spider Riviera | F430 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 95 L |