1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 BMW 323
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 28 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 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 323 weights approximately 530 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1984 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2580 mm |
