1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1985 BMW 324
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1966 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 595 | 1985 BMW 324 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | 324 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |