1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 43 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 750 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, 2009 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 2009 BMW 316 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 316 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |