1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 BMW 5.8
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1993 BMW 5.8 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 5.8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 786 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
