1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1962 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1971 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1962 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
