1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 BMW 760
To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2004 BMW 760 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 760 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 6129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |