1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500.
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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2980 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |