1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 47 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1640 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 2007 BMW 760 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 760 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 5971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |