1961 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
