1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 42 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 315 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | M |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |