1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 50 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
