1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 46 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 794 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2400 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
