1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 335 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
