1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1953 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1953 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 2400 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 140 L |
