1963 Abarth 595 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 595 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | 330 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |