1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1987 BMW 320
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1987 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 320 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |