1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
