1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 15 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1976 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
