1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 41 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 1222 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 330 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |