1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 335 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |