1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1970 Abarth 595 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 595 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 119 L |
