1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 460 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | Touring |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |