1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 730 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 237 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 | 585 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |