1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (237 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |