1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1999 BMW 320
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1999 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |