1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 51 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 947 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.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2008 BMW 535 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. 2008 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
