1961 Abarth 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 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 367 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | M3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |