1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
