1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 935 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 330 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |