1965 Abarth OT vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 47 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP) has 592 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth OT | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | OT | 599 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 652 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
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 | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 105 L |