1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 39 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 855 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, 1999 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 318 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |