1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 BMW 530
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2001 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
