1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 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, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Abarth 595 | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 595 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 133 L |