1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 320 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
