1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 3,385 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 785 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 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 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3385 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 854 Nm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 348 km/hour |
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 | 1335 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |