1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 640 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 118 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |