1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 755 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 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 335 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 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 | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |