1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 744 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 125 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |