1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 51 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, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 325 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 118 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |