1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 51 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 1105 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M3 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 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | M3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 Weight | 550 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |