1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 836 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1600 | 320 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |