1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1967 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 275 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1967 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | 275 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
