1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 51 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 985 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 130 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |