1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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 535 (600 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2011 BMW 535 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 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 535 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |