1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 940 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
