1955 Abarth Renault vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 530 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
