1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 BMW 316
To start off, 1985 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 316 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. 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, 1985 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1985 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
