1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2003 BMW 320
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 900 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, 2003 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 2003 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Coupe | 320 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |