1961 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
