1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1954 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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.
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1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1954 Ferrari 250 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 250 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |