1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 765 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2007 BMW 325 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. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 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 | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
