1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 50 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 1054 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2008 BMW 750 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. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 2008 BMW 750 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 750 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3499 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 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 | 1734 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 |