1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 776 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
