1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 19 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 325 weights approximately 396 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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
