1951 Abarth 205 vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Abarth 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Abarth 205 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Abarth 205. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Abarth 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1951 Abarth 205. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Abarth 205 | 1988 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 205 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1188 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
