1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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 320 (190 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 320 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 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 320 |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |