1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 35 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 656 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | 730 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |