1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 40 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 1176 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.
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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 850 | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |