1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 1380 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2007 BMW 750 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 850 | 750 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |