1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1125 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 595 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 95 L |
