1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | 328 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |