1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 825 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1300 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 110 L |
