1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |