1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1980 BMW 316
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 316 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1980 BMW 316 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | 316 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |