1956 Abarth Renault vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 55 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1956 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1090 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. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 550 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
