1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 48 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
