1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1992 BMW 320
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 750 | 1992 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 320 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |