1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700.
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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 328 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |