1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | M3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |