1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | Pickster |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |