1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 47 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 850 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 850 | 325 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |