1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2000 BMW 528
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 34 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 1100 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.
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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1966 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2000 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
