1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 910 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, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
