1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 30 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 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 524 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | F40 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |