1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 41 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 29 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 334 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | 318 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |