1965 Abarth OT vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 860 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | OT | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
