1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1994 BMW M3
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1964 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth 595 | 1994 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | M3 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |