1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 409 kg more than 1969 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1300 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |