1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 36 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1230 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |
