1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 50 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
