1962 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 47 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
