1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 730 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |