1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2002 BMW 332
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 31 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 1185 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2002 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 332 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
