1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 124 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
