1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 38 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | Z9 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |