1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
