1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 46 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1800 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700. 2012 BMW X6 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. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Abarth 700 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | X6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 85 L |