1962 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 955 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1490 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 |
