1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 47 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1215 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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 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 | 680 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
