1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 723 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F399 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 595 | F399 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 110 L |
