1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 1036 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
