1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1962 BMW 1500
To start off, 1962 BMW 1500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,160 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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 2200 | 1962 BMW 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2200 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
