1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 35 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 1100 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 2000 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | M3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |