1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1960 BMW 700
To start off, 1960 BMW 700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 700 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1960 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
