1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 845 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 323 (245 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
