1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | 320 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |