1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 51 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 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 342 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 1215 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 550 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 362 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |