1970 Abarth 595 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
