1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 867 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 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 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 325 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1450 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 |