1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 356 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1600 | F40 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |