1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2002 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2002 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | 456M |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 551 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 110 L |