1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 320 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |