1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1480 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | X3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 311 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |