1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 49 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 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 523 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |