1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 BMW 725
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 20 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750.
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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1980 BMW 725 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 725 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |