1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 320 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |