1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 44 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 930 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 320 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 225 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 | 535 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |