1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 1996 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 528 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 233 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 | 468 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |