1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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, 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 921 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2008 BMW 320 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. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2171 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
