1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 414 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 850 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
