1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 650 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 262 Nm |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 114 L |