1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2740 mm |
