1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595.
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 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 595 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
