1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 945 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |
