1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 505 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 630 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |