1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1993 BMW M3
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1993 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | M3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.8 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |