1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 37 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1996 BMW 332 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 332 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |