1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 2400 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
