1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 630 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |