1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1390 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 750 (490 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2009 BMW 750 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. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
