1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 865 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |