1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 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 Z3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2200 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
