1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 996 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, 2009 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 318 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |