1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 49 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1360 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 750 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
