1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 57 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1468 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
