1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Stola | 335 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
