1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, both 1998 Abarth Stola and 1998 BMW 320 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Stola | 320 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
