1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 50 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 1385 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2006 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 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 | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |
