1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 55 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 1146 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2011 BMW 528 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. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 528 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 311 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |