1965 Abarth OT vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 600 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
