1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 46 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 1202 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 520 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |