1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 595 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 105 L |
