1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1210 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1300 | 612 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 108 L |