1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 47 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 860 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 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 | 975 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
