1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 595 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1300 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2952 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
