1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1972 BMW 2002
To start off, 1972 BMW 2002 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 2002 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1972 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1600 | 2002 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |