1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 335 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |