1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 995 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
