1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 850 | 332 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |