1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1985 BMW 628
To start off, 1985 BMW 628 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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, 1985 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1985 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
