1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 332 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
