1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa weights approximately 93 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
