1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1963 BMW 502
To start off, 1963 BMW 502 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1963 BMW 502 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 502 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |