1957 Abarth Renault vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Abarth Renault. 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. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth Renault | 1988 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 520 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
