1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | X3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |