1956 Abarth Renault vs. 1985 BMW M5
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1956 Abarth Renault. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 1985 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | M5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
