1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1995 BMW M3
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1995 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | M3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |