1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. 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 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 135 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |