1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 36 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 1110 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 2001 BMW Compact | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | Compact |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
