1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1985 BMW 324
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1985 BMW 324 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Coupe | 324 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |