1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 BMW M6
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 48 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 1317 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2005 BMW M6 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. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2005 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 500 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
