1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 320 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |