1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 39 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1523 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1999 BMW 750 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 750 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 5370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3080 mm |