1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 25 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 805 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 525 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 185 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 | 445 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |