1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 2002 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |