1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1276 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 M5 (520 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2009 BMW M5 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 M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
