1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 48 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 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 415 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | 318 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1090 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |