1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 325 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |