1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 52 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), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1378 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| 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 | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
