1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 50 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 835 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | M3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2761 mm |