1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1965 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | 330 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |