1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 45 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 630 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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2004 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2200 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
