1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 47 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1645 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 740 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 255 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 250 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 | 445 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |