1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 47 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1200 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.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2007 BMW X3 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. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |
