1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1962 BMW 1500
To start off, 1962 BMW 1500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1962 BMW 1500 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |