1965 Abarth OT vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | OT | 930 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
