1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 34 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 828 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700. 1998 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1998 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
