1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 49 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 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 200 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 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. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 118 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |