1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1987 BMW 316
To start off, 1987 BMW 316 is newer by 26 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 1,571 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 316 weights approximately 500 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.
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, 1987 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1987 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
