1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 595 | F40 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 120 L |