1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595.
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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Abarth 595 | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | 330 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |