1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1300 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4388 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 282 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 | 670 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
