1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1962 BMW 502
To start off, both 1962 Abarth 700 and 1962 BMW 502 were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 502 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1962 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
