1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 850 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |
