1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1976 BMW 633
To start off, 1976 BMW 633 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1976 BMW 633 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 633 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |