1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 46 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
