1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1986 BMW M3
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1986 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | M3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |