1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 BMW 525
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1995 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
