1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 54 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), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 855 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| 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 | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
