1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 545 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2979 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 | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
