1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1977 BMW 320
To start off, 1977 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1977 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 320 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
