1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 53 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), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 1166 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 525 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |