1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 706 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1600 | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2560 mm |