1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 BMW 320

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 955 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 750 2007 BMW 320
Make Abarth BMW
Model 750 320
Year Released 1959 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 221 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 60 L


 

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